What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electrical Engineer - PCB Design Engineer position at Global Connect Technologies?
Job Role: Electrical Engineer
Location: Coopersburg, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summar
yWe are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to support component substitution, product qualification, electrical testing, and manufacturing implementation for consumer electronic products. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of electronic circuits, component qualification, electrical measurements, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams
.Key Responsibilitie
sComponent Evaluation & Alternate Part Qualificatio
- nIdentify suitable alternate electronic components based on existing part specifications and circuit functionality
- .Evaluate the impact of alternate components on PCB designs and recommend necessary design modifications
- .Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotations for alternate components
.Qualification Plannin
- gCollaborate with Engineering and Quality teams to develop qualification plans for alternate components and PCB changes
- .Recommend appropriate validation and reliability tests to ensure product performance and compliance
.Electrical Testin
- gPerform electrical testing using standard laboratory equipment, including
- :Digital multimeter
- sOscilloscope
- sPower supplie
- sElectronic load
- sDelegate testing activities to technicians or laboratory personnel when appropriate
- .Follow established laboratory safety procedures and testing protocols
.Results Analysis & Communicatio
- nAnalyze test data and review results with Engineering and Quality teams
- .Recommend next steps based on qualification outcomes
- .Develop implementation and product transition plans, including Alpha, Beta, and Gamma production builds
.Manufacturing & Operations Suppor
- tPartner with Operations to implement approved component changes into product Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- .Coordinate engineering change implementation across manufacturing facilities
- .Monitor production after implementation and gather feedback to ensure successful deployment
.Required Qualification
- sBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- .1–3 years of experience in electrical product design, component qualification, or new product development
- .Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and understand circuit operation
- .Hands-on experience with electrical test equipment, including
- :Multimeter
- sOscilloscope
- sBench power supplie
- sElectronic load
- sProficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- .Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills
- .Ability to work collaboratively with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain teams
.Preferred Qualification
- sExperience with high-voltage circuits (120–277 VAC) used in lighting control applications
- .Familiarity with Altium Designer for schematics